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Discovery Coast Town of 1770 – Agnes Water Visitor Guide

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Talk to a local Drop into a Visitor Information Centre (VIC) where you’ll find comprehensive travel information to help you prepare for a great holiday in the Gladstone Region. Call in for your complimentary maps and brochures, seek local knowledge and advice on the area and book all your accommodation, tours, activities and transport needs.

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Agnes Water Visitor Information Centre 71 Springs Road, Agnes Water 4677 P: (07) 4902 1533 E: agneswatervic@gapdl.com.au

Miriam Vale Visitor Information Centre Roe Street, Miriam Vale 4677 P: (07) 4974 5428 E: miriamvalevic@gapdl.com.au

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Contents Welcome to Discovery Coast............................................................................................4 Discover… The Southern Great Barrier Reef..................................................6–7 Discover… Our Beaches................................................................................................8–9 Discover… Our National Parks..............................................................................10–11 Discover… The Birthplace of Queensland....................................................12–13 Discover… Fishing and Boating....................................................................................14 10 Free ways to enjoy the Discovery Coast..........................................................15 Discover… Days of Exploring................................................................................16–17 Discover… Surrounding Areas..............................................................................18–19 Discover… Accommodation...................................................................................10–21 Discover… Coastal Dining and Shopping........................................................... 22 Discover… How to Get There......................................................................................... 23 Discovery Coast Annual Festivals and Events............................................... 24 Services Directory.................................................................................................................25 Map.......................................................................................................................................... 26–27

The Discovery Coast Guide is produced by Gladstone Area Promotion and Development Limited ABN 67 010 613 831. As a general profile of the region, this publication does not include all activities, businesses and conditions. While every effort has been made to ensure information is accurate and current, GAPDL cannot be held responsible for any errors, changes or omissions.

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Welcome to Discovery Coast Lieutenant James Cook was definitely onto something special when he stepped ashore at the inlet he named Bustard Bay back in 1770. The Discovery Coast’s twin villages of Town of 1770 and Agnes Water today attract visitors seeking peaceful seclusion surrounded by extreme natural beauty.

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he Town of 1770 with its casual village-like ambience is tucked beneath the overhanging gums lining the inlet of Round Hill Creek with Bustard Bay beyond. Nearby, just a few kilometres to the south lies the slightly larger town of Agnes Water perched atop the coastal rise. With a sophisticated yet laid back holiday mood, Agnes Water overlooks a sweeping expanse of sun-kissed beach caressed by the aquamarine Coral Sea stretching all the way to the horizon.

Whether exploring the coastal treasures, offshore islands and reefs or the mountainous hinterland, the Town of 1770 and Agnes Water make a delightful base from which to enjoy the magical beauty of the Discovery Coast. The World Heritage-listed Southern Great Barrier Reef and her inviting coral cays lie to the east, while to the west, national park wilderness clambers up the mountain ranges that rise above the coastal plain. North and south, national park bushland tumbles down past the dunes and into the sea.

Enjoy cooling sea breezes and over 280 days of sunshine a year, with accommodation options that range from camping and backpacking through to luxury. The Discovery Coast has something to suit all budgets, attracting holidaymakers looking to unwind, to relax.

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GAPDL is a membership based organisation, championing the Gladstone Region.

Working with members, all tiers of Government, industry, business, tourism and the community, GAPDL facilitates business and investment enquiries, promotes liveability and community pride, engages the business community via valuable networking events and is the first point of contact for visitor enquiries and services.

“Advancing the Gladstone Region through the promotion and development of business, industry and tourism for the benefit of our members and the community”

L-R: Kim Williams, Senior Project Officer. Peter Corones AM, Chairman of the Board.

Karen Sweeney, Business Development Project Officer. Glenn Churchill, CEO

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Marina Business Complex | 98 Bryan Jordan Drive

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Discover… The Southern Great Barrier Reef The southern extremity of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef lies just offshore from the Discovery Coast, with Lady Musgrave Island and Lady Elliot Island two of the finest jewels in the Southern Great Barrier Reef’s crown. Comprising idyllic coral cays, these tiny offshore islands attract visitors who come to swim, snorkel and dive in the crystal clear waters.

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he coral cays and reefs of the Capricorn Bunker Group are some of the most pristine in the entire barrier reef system, with the Town of 1770 the closest mainland access port. Home to an astounding diversity of marine life, with over 350 types of coral and 1,500 fish species, graceful manta rays, turtles and dolphins are regularly spotted. If you’re lucky enough to visit between July and November, keep an eye out for migrating humpback whales as they move between breeding grounds along the Queensland coast.

Lady Musgrave rests on the edge of a coral fringed lagoon measuring eight kilometres in circumference. This aquatic playground boasts a huge variety of colourful marine life, while the cay itself – cloaked in dense pisonia forest – is home to rare turtles and birds. The island is set on 3,000 acres of living reef with a deepwater coral lagoon which is unique to the entire Great Barrier Reef region.

Day tours operating from the Town of 1770 will have you entering the calm waters of the lagoon in just 85 minutes. Options for exploring, once moored at the island include an underwater observatory, semi-submersible, glass bottom boats for informative coral viewing tours, reef fishing, snorkelling and diving, also there’s an intriguing guided tour around Lady Musgrave Island. For those seeking the ultimate ‘castaway’ experience camper transfers are also available, with Lady Musgrave Island offering the ultimate back-to-basics bush camping in the middle of the Southern Great Barrier Reef.

While staying at Agnes Water, take a short drive south to Bundaberg to access Lady Elliot Island, a true island paradise and a must see destination for anyone who wants to get back to nature. Lady Elliot is home to over 57 species of birds, nesting sea turtles and a stunning underwater world of coral formations.

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Our Beaches If you’re a die-hard surfer, or simply dream of riding the waves, the point-breaks of the Discovery Coast offer surfers a rare chance for consistent clean surf. With most of Queensland’s coast protected from swell, the Discovery Coast, as the southern gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, boasts Queensland’s most northern surf beach and world-class reef breaks. So grab your board and start paddling. Check out the surf schools for personalised tuition for all levels and board hire. If you’re not too keen on conventional surfing try stand up paddle boarding.

location to hone sandcastle building skills for the youngsters and the young at heart.

If you’re looking for something with a little more blood pumping action, then why not try kite surfing? When the southeast trade winds blow (and they usually do between April and October), kite surfers flock to the beach, providing an awesome spectacle.

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gnes Water beachcombers have over six kilometres of majestic golden sands to stretch their legs upon. There’s actually over 60 kilometres of golden sand beaches on the Discovery Coast, so there’s a good chance you’ll find a gorgeous patch of secluded sand to spread your beach towel upon. With enticing names such as Springs Beach, Red Rock Beach and Flat Rock Beach, the only interruption to endless sand is the occasional rocky outcrop bookending one expansive beach after another. It’s the quintessential Queensland experience: to cast aside one’s shoes along with one’s cares and just walk the beach. Chances are, the only footsteps you will see are your own. If you’re visiting between November and March, keep an eye out for breeding turtles, with endangered loggerhead turtles often seen nesting on Springs and Red Rock Beaches.

Families with young children can relax on the sheltered beaches in Round Hill Creek and Agnes Water beach with lifesaver patrols keeping watch during the summer season. Don’t forget to pack your bucket and spade, as you’ll find the perfect

REEF 2 BEACH SURF SCHOOL

The best tuition from accredited surf instructors (private/corporate bookings & kids surfing parties). All equipment supplied - just bring a towel.

07 4974 9072 or 0402 328 515 reef2beachsurf@gmail.com www.reef2beachsurf.com Agnes Water - Town of 1770, QLD

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Discover… Our National Parks The Discovery Coast has much more to offer beyond its alluring, pristine coastline.

Venture beyond the sand dunes and you’ll discover untouched natural bushland waiting to be explored by the intrepid walker or for the less energetic, by 4WD vehicle.

Take in the diversity of the geography.

The parks’ flora and fauna varies from mangrove and paperbark trees on the coastal plains to towering eucalypts and sub tropical rainforest.

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Water on tap

Made up of eight islands and sixteen reefs and coral cays is the Capricorn Cays National Park.

Found at the southern end of the World Heritagelisted Great Barrier Reef, their biological diversity and exceptional beauty make them internationally significant. While some of the cays and reefs have seasonal closures and others are closed to the public, you can camp overnight (camping permits required, book in advance) on Masthead Island, North West Island or Lady Musgrave Island. Alternatively, enjoy luxury service at Heron Island and Wilson Island.

Deepwater National Park

Parking area

Beware crocodiles

Picnic area

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The captivating scenery of freshwater wetlands, high sand dunes and open forest will entice you to begin an adventure through Deepwater National Park. Throw a line in the peaceful surrounds of Deepwater Creek or walk along unpatrolled, vehicle-free beaches. Find rare birds in their natural habitat and witness marine turtles hatching between January and April. Explore the rock pools at Wreck Rock and picnic or camp at the shady campsite behind the dunes. For a true bush experience, pitch a tent at Middle Rock – camping permits are essential and a 4WD is recommended.

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Caravan or trailer sites

Eurimbula National Park

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Harder or longer walks

Campfires prohibited Forest drive Information centre on site Natural lookouts Open fireplace

4WD access Camping Camping prohibited Car camping Easy, short walks

Broadwater Conservation Park Situated between Baffle and Deepwater Creeks, Broadwater offers a relaxing coastal retreat for self-sufficient campers. Walk along the deserted beach between June and October and you may witness migrating whales breaching out at sea.

Bring water and a fuel stove; no facilities are provided and generators are not allowed.

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Eurimbula’s sandy beaches, paperbark swamps, eucalypt forest, mangroves and rainforest areas provide many opportunities for visitors to get back to nature. Try beach fishing or at high tide, explore the untouched estuaries by boat or canoe. Camp by the ocean at Bustard Beach or Middle Creek campsites – both campgrounds are equipped with composting toilets and Bustard Beach also has sheltered and picnic facilities.

Limited water and camping requires a permit, and a 4WD is required.

Joseph Banks Conservation Park The imposing rocky headland greeted Lieutenant James Cook and botanist Joseph Banks when they came ashore in 1770. Little has changed in the hundreds of years since the first European landed on its pristine shores with pure blue ocean to the east and undisturbed estuarine waters to the west. Walk 205m to Round Hill Lookout and get a glimpse of the dolphins and turtles playing in the pristine waters below, or white-bellied sea eagles in the sky above. Camping is not permitted within the park.

Mouth of Baffle Creek Conservation Park Experience the quiet solitude of one of Queensland’s few remaining undisturbed coastal rivers. Marking the southern boundary of the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, this restful coastal estuary is teeming with wildlife, making it the ultimate escape for camping and bushwalking. Drop a line and land a mighty fish or take a walk along the beachfront for some bird watching. Camping is permitted behind the dunes, on the beachfront or overlooking the estuary.

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Discover… The Birthplace of Queensland Lieutenant James Cook (later to become a Captain) came ashore on the 24th May 1770 intent on surveying the land and seeking fresh water. Accompanying him were botanists Joseph Banks and Dr Solander who collected samples of the unique flora previously unseen by the Englishmen. Anchoring the Endeavour two miles offshore, Cook was heading northwards on his historic expedition, having previously made landfall at Botany Bay. Captain Matthew Flinders and other

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European explorers followed soon after, enticed by Cook’s observations. Grazing and sawmilling settlers moved into the area in the 1850s when the Miriam Vale Shire was named by Arthur Chauvel.

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rom the Captain Cook monument at Town of 1770 it’s fair to assume that Bustard Bay today looks much as it would have done when Cook stepped onto the beach almost 250 years ago.

Further along the headland is the Joseph Banks Conservation Park, while the museum at Agnes Water provides further insight into this significant moment in Australia’s history.

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Discover… Fishing and Boating Fishermen (and women!) are spoilt for choice on the Discovery Coast. Whether you have a penchant for the exhilarating pastime of beach and rock fishing or the quiet contemplative nature of creek fishing amidst the birds and bush, fresh or salt water, you’re bound to land something for the dinner table.

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or those seeking to hook big name fish like the prized coral trout and red emperor, you’ll need to leave the coast behind and head eastwards. The deep water and offshore reefs are breeding grounds for these highly sought after fish, though delicious mackerel and tuna are also commonly hooked. See Town of 1770 Marina for available day trips and longer reef trip opportunities or boat hire.

Baffle Creek is a popular spot for launching the boat or casting a line from the tree lined banks.

Trailer boat owners will find boat ramps conveniently located at Winfield, Flat Rock and Ferry Crossing at Baffle Creek, Round Hill Creek, Town of 1770 and Middle Creek.

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10 Free ways to enjoy the Discovery Coast 1.

Build an old fashioned sand castle, creating priceless family memories to share with loved ones

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Comb the sand for washed up treasures while walking endless stretches of beach

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Trek the breathtaking national park trails through temperate rainforest and coastal bushland

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Admire the sunrise or sunset over the Coral Sea

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Drop a fishing line into the tidal flow at Round Hill Creek

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Watch migrating humpback whales from the vantage point on Round Hill Head (July – November)

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Discover coastal rock pools at low tide

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Unpack a picnic lunch beneath the rainforest canopy beside a tumbling mountain stream

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Grab your binoculars, pick up a species list from the Visitor Information Centre and go bird watching

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Explore the Red Rock Trail, starting at Springs Beach and meandering south along boardwalks, beaches and tracks

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Discover… Days of Exploring With little traffic on the roads and the emphasis firmly on nature, getting around Town of 1770 and Agnes Water offers a safe method for casual exploration with cycling and walking pathways linking the towns. Opportunities abound for alternative methods to tour around from quad bikes and mini-chopper motor cycles to explore the surrounds through to the LARC (Lighter Amphibious Resupply Cargo Vessel used originally by the US Army).

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hese vibrant pink LARCs, which are equally at home on land and sea, take visitors on an intriguing journey northwards, departing from Town of 1770 Marina. Onboard the LARC, you’ll traverse tidal creeks, vast sandy beaches along the shoreline of Bustard Bay (so named by Cook after his hungry crew feasted on the plump birds they snared), visiting Eurimbula National Park.

The tour highlights the 1860’s built Bustard Head Light station, Queensland’s first navigational light, where you will hear fascinating tales of tragedy and triumph. Take a guided tour inside Queensland’s only operating Lighthouse open to the public. Grab the unique opportunity to hop onto a sand board and careen down the towering, untamed sand dunes of Middle Island.

Try taking a scenic flight where they will also drop off (and pick up!) well-equipped castaways intent on camping and fishing on Middle Island and Bustard Head or take a kayak tour from Town of 1770 with a variety of fully guided tours suiting beginners, families and experienced paddlers.

You may prefer to hire a kayak and conduct your own personal tour, meandering through lush mangrove stands and allowing the absolute stillness of the wetlands to wash over you as you glide silently with the tide.

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Head on down to the 1770 Golf Course where fairways are lined with native Australian bushland. Grass trees, banksias and wattles attract prolific birdlife, while mobs of kangaroos graze nonchalantly as golfers wander casually by.

The 9-hole course is regarded as one of Queensland’s best kept courses, offering challenging holes for both novice and advanced players alike.

Check out the Agnes Water Visitor Information Centre who can provide the intrepid explorer with information on a myriad of activities throughout the Discovery Coast.

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Discover… Surrounding Areas The towns that dot the Discovery Coast offer travellers a mix of wholesome country hospitality and quiet breaks and relaxed seaside communities fronting the deep blue waters of the Southern Great Barrier Reef.

Baffle Creek Baffle Creek is a region of natural beauty, subtropical tranquility, fascinating history and great opportunity, with vast untouched waterways, wetlands, coastline and coral reefs.

With an abundance of native terrestrial, aquatic and marine life, you’ll experience wildlife you may not even know exist.

If fishing, boating or canoeing is your passion for adventure and discovery, the extensive estuary and tributaries of the Deepwater, Oyster and Baffle Creek river system, beaches or coral reefs will satisfy your spirit for adventure.

The Baffle Creek Catchment Area is a patchwork of national parks, conservation parks and state forests. The parks provide habitats of eucalypt forests, subtropical rainforest, dry rainforest and littoral rainforest with a great diversity of wildlife species. All these natural wonders can provide countless avenues to explore and enjoy a great holiday adventure.

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Miriam Vale & Bororen Miriam Vale serves as the main gateway from the Bruce Highway to the delightful Discovery Coast towns of Agnes Water and Seventeen Seventy, Eurimbula, Baffle Creek, and Deepwater National Parks. The quaint township features a mixture of buildings, including some fine old structures in the timber ‘Queenslander’ style. A heritage fig tree adorns the parkland and war memorial opposite the town’s hotel. Enjoy country cooking and a cup of tea at a quaint café, pick up some country fare at the monthly market or browse the local gift shops. Bororen lies just 12 kilometres north of Miriam Vale and was once the centre of a rich dairying area with over 60 dairy farms at one time. Bororen offers a friendly country atmosphere. Stop for an ale at the restored historical hotel or take a break at the picturesque park facilities just off the highway.

Turkey Beach Just to the north of Bororen and south of Gladstone, Turkey Beach is yet another unspoilt coastal village located on the shores of pristine estuary waterways. Sheltered in the water of Rodd’s Bay, Turkey Beach and the surrounding tidal creeks are home to many aquatic treasures.

The area is perfect for anglers with the finest fish and mud crab species on offer.

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Accommodation The Discovery Coast offers accommodation options with a seaside backdrop or tucked away with nature. Hotels, motels, self-contained units, caravan parks with cabins and campsites, bed and breakfasts, backpacker hostels, luxury holiday homes and bush campstays are in abundance. The laid back charm of the area will surely entice you to extend your stay.

1770 SOVEREIGN RETREAT Unique Beach Front Holiday Apartments (4) with traditional Balinese design/furnishings.

07 4974 9257 1770sovereignlodge.com 1 Elliot Street, Seventeen Seventy QLD 4677

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Shop 23 Endeavour Plaza, Agnes Water QLD 4677

BROADWATER HAVEN

4 star self-contained cabins with estuary and beach frontage.

07 4156 6620 broadwaterhaven.com.au 754 Fingerfield Road, Deepwater QLD 4674

MANGO TREE MOTEL

Agnes Water Beach.

Motel rooms with Kitchenettes.

Restaurant open 7 days.

07 4974 9132 mangotreemotel.com.au 7 Agnes Street, Agnes Water QLD 4677

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AGNES WATER BEACH CLUB

Fully self-contained apartments • In the heart of Agnes Water • Two minute walk to main beach • Air-conditioned • BBQ on Balcony • Austar

1300 731 667 reservations@agneswaterbeachclub.com.au www.agneswaterbeachclub.com.au 3 Agnes Street, Agnes Water QLD 4677

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Mercure GLADSTONE T (07) 4979 8200

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...SOMETHING FOR EVERYBODY. 4 stars | free fitness centre | free golf | free cinemas | free wi-fi | meeting facilities | three restaurants | sports bar | lounge

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Coastal Dining and Shopping

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From fine food dining to the authentic Aussie barbeque, the Discovery Coast has it covered. Take advantage of the free and easy seaside atmosphere and select from great fish ‘n’ chips, excellent tavern meals and extensive menus at relaxed waterside cafés and restaurants, that are sure to satisfy all culinary tastes. Doing it for yourself? Cook up a storm on one of the free barbeques at the beachside parks.

Visit the local Discovery Coast Markets at Town of 1770, for the freshest local produce and view unique arts and crafts, sample gourmet liquor from the 1770 Distillery or browse the specialty shops meeting the colourful characters of the coast along the way.

Discover… How to Get There Self Drive

Air Services

From the south travelling the Bruce Highway, take the turn off to the left to Bundaberg just after Apple Tree Creek. Drive through Bundaberg and take the turn to the left at the Visitor Information Centre and follow the signs to Agnes Water and Town of 1770, approximately 120 kilometres from Bundaberg.

Gladstone Airport is exceptionally well serviced with multiple flights to and from Brisbane via major airlines QantasLink and Virgin Australia.

Direct flights to and from Sydney from Gladstone are also available through QantasLink.

From the north travelling the Bruce Highway, turn left at Miriam Vale (just south of Gladstone), following the signs to Agnes Water and Town of 1770.

Rail Services QR Travel train services operate to Miriam Vale with a range of options each week. Visit www.queenslandrail.com.au for more information.

Bundaberg Airport is an alternate option with flights available to and from Brisbane via QantasLink and Virgin Australia.

Major rental car companies operate from both airports.

For more information on these flight services visit www.qantas.com or www.virginaustralia.com.au.

Bus Services Greyhound Australia travels into Town of 1770 – Agnes Water on its north and southbound routes from Brisbane to Cairns. For more information visit www.greyhound.com.au.

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Discovery Coast Annual Festivals and Events FEBRUARY Agnes Water Blues and Roots Festival SES Grounds Agnes Water Gladstone Entertainment Centre (07) 4972 2822

MARCH Longboard Classic Agnes Water Grom – Reef 2 Beach Surfschool 0402 328 515

MAY Captain Cook 1770 Festival Seventeen Seventy Foreshore www.1770festival.com.au

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JUNE Miriam Vale Rodeo Miriam Vale Showgrounds Miriam Vale Rodeo Association (07) 4974 4283

JUly Healthy Lifestyle Expo Endeavour Park Discovery Coast Community Health (07) 4902 1100

OCTOBER Agnes Water Triathlon Mel Robeck 0404 881 770

Markets Discovery Coast Markets SES Grounds Agnes Water 2nd Sunday each Month (07) 4974 9550 Miriam Vale Markets Blomfield Street Miriam Vale 3rd Saturday each Month (07) 4974 5428 Please check with the Visitor Information Centre or contacts for the current dates and further details.

Services Directory IMPORTANT CONTACTS Emergency -Police, Fire, Ambulance........................Dial 000 Ambulance (non emergency)...........13 22 33 Police (non emergency) Agnes Water...................................................(07) 4974 970 8 Miriam Vale.....................................................(07) 4974 6000 Rosedale...........................................................(07) 4 1 56 5222 Volunteer Marine Rescue Round Hill.........................................................(07) 4974 9383 SES (State Emergency Services)....132 500

Directory Assistance...............................1223 RACQ Road Conditions.........................1300 130 595

Hospitals Bundaberg Hospital.................................(07) 4 1 52 1 2 2 2 Gladstone Hospital...................................(07) 4976 3200

Council Gladstone Regional Council..............(07) 4970 0700 Agnes Water Rural Transaction Centre....................................(07) 4902 1 5 1 5

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has to offer CRUISING DAILY FROM TOWN OF 1770

reef coral island lagoon pristine coral pontoon turtles snorkelling diving coral viewing island walking reef fishing

Freecall 1800 63 1770 or 07 4974 9077 www.lmcruises.com.au

Daily Bus Connections from Bundaberg

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